Gaolathe faction divided over new party

Mmegi has it in good authority that although there are claims that the faction is on its way to forming a new party, some leaders feel it would only be viable if it joins the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC). Although many believe in principle that they should form the party some feel that they could be part of it if it affiliates to UDC. 

One of the leaders rumoured to be sceptical of joining Gaolathe’s purple movement is councillor Phenyo Segokgo. Segokgo has been fired from BMD and currently does not belong to any party. BMD is a coalition member of the UDC. “There is a lot at stake as someone like Phenyo Segokgo might lose his seat as the chairperson of the South East District Council (SEDC). There are also many others who know they are likely to lose their seats if they dare step out of the UDC,” a source said.